Wood-clad and tucked into a lakeside holiday village and nature reserve on the edge of Dorchester, this Dorset cottage sleeps eight across four bedrooms, so two families holidaying together or a group of friends can spread out without living on top of each other. A wood burner adds warmth on cooler evenings, and guests can use the village's shared spa with its heated outdoor pool and sauna. The Jurassic Coast is within 10 miles, which makes beach days and clifftop walks easy to fit around a slow morning beside the lake.
Surrounding area
- Monkey World, a rescue centre for primates, is 7 miles away.
- The Tank Museum lies 6.5 miles away, with military vehicles and interactive exhibits to work through.
- Weymouth is the spot for a sandy family beach day, while Lulworth Cove is better for rock pooling.
Living space
- The open-plan living area is spread across the ground floor.
- The lounge has a two-seater corner sofa, two armchairs and a Smart TV.
- A dining table seats all eight guests and sits beside patio doors that open onto the decked area.
- The kitchen has an induction hob, a dishwasher, a microwave and a fridge/freezer.
- A central island with two stools works well for casual breakfasts.
- A ground-floor cloakroom takes care of coats and walking boots.
Bedrooms and bathrooms
- Four bedrooms are on the first floor: three doubles and a bunk room for younger guests.
- The main bedroom has an en-suite walk-in shower and a balcony with two lounging chairs.
- A second double has its own en-suite shower room.
- The family bathroom has a bath and WC.
Outdoor space and on-site facilities
- The lawned garden has a furnished patio with a table and chairs for eating outside.
- A BBQ is provided.
- There is private parking for one car, with additional spaces in the main car park.
- There is an on-site restaurant
- Tennis, water sports, games and an adventure playground are all within the village.
Notable features and highlights
- The shared spa has a heated outdoor pool and sauna, and treatments can be booked for an extra charge.
- Bikes can be hired on site, and nature trails run through the reserve.
Two families sharing a holiday will get the most out of this cottage, with room for eight and enough going on in the village to fill a rainy afternoon. It also suits friends who want a quiet countryside base with the Dorset coast, wildlife attractions and museums all a short drive away.